Trib Confirms Ramo/Smolenak Signings

Erik Erlendsson of the Tampa Tribune [url=http://www.tbo.com/sports/MGBX95X6WNE.html]also is reporting the signing[/url] with quotes from Jay Feaster, so it is indeed official. The Lightning GM, commenting on [url=radek-smolenak]Radek Smolenak[4]'s[/url] work ethic, defensive zone play and consistency, considered his rough edges, says, "The tools - including size, skill, skating ability and reach, are all there if he is willing to pay the price. We look forward to getting him started on his professional career." On [url=karri-ramo]Karri Ramo[5][/url], Feaster notes, "Getting Karri Ramo signed and started on his professional career in North America is a very significant event for our organization," as Ramo is considered the top goaltending prospect in the organization.